1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |